Design and technology: Key stage 2
Our KS2 Design and technology scheme of work provides structured lesson plans for Years 3 to 6, helping pupils design, make and think creatively.
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Units
Explore engaging Design and technology units for Key Stage 2, carefully sequenced to support progression from Year 3 to Year 6. Lessons cover six key areas: Structures, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Cooking and Nutrition, Digital World, and Textiles. Each unit includes structured lesson plans, helpful teacher guidance, supporting resources and demo videos to make planning and delivery easier in the primary classroom.Year 3
Textiles: Egyptian collars
Learning how to cross-stitch and appliqué to decorate and assemble Egyptian collars, which represent the children's unique personalities.
(4 lessons)
Mechanical systems: Pneumatic toys
Exploring pneumatic systems, applying understanding to design and create a pneumatic toy using different types of diagrams.
(5 lessons)
Structures: Product packaging
Exploring how 3D shell structures are created from nets and used in packaging.
(5 lessons)
Year 4
Structures: Helmets
Designing and making a helmet, using strengthening techniques to reinforce the shell structure.
(5 lessons)
Year 5
Electrical systems: Wobble bots
Exploring the use of motors and designing and making a motorised product.
(5 lessons)
Year 6
Textiles: Bags
Designing pattern pieces, making a bag for a specific user and thinking about aesthetics and functionality.
(5 lessons)
